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FedEx Freight HQ relocating to Southwind area
FedEx Freight, the less-than-truckload unit of Memphis-based FedEx Corp., is moving its headquarters to Southwind, near the FedEx Express world headquarters.
Wayne Risher
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Business news reporter, 43-year veteran of print journalism, 35-year resident of Memphis, University of Georgia alumnus and proud father and spouse of University of Memphis graduates.
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April 2020
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Business Waiting for the stimulus, jobless look to expanded unemployment relief
Legions of laid-off residents, from restaurant and hotel workers to self-employed, freelancers and participants in the gig economy, await Tennessee's processing of enhanced unemployment benefits funded by Uncle Sam.
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March 2020
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx tacks on COVID-19 surcharges to international shipments
FedEx said it will implement surcharges on international shipments effective April 6, due to limited cargo capacity, particularly in Asia.
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Coronavirus Coronavirus daily blog, March 24: SCS to remain closed ‘until further notice’
The number of confirmed cases in Shelby County is up to 135; confirmed cases are up to 29 in DeSoto County.
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx adds temperature screening to COVID-19 precautions at Memphis world hub
The FedEx Express hub in Memphis has added no-touch thermal imaging and forehead temperature testing for workers, vendors and visitors to its precautions to prevent the spread of coronavirus.
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Transportation & Logistics Inside look at FedEx’s special operation to speed COVID-19 testing
FedEx responded quickly when federal agencies asked for expedited movement of coronavirus test specimens from remote testing sites to labs. The network launched Saturday, March 21.
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Transportation & LogisticsNo shortage of food, but grocers limited by rationing of paper products, bread
Memphis-area groceries say there’s no shortage of food products, but paper products is another story.
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Business Jobless toll mounts as hotels furlough, eateries close
Tourism executive estimates 35,000 industry-related workers in Memphis area have been temporarily laid off.
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx Express works with U.S., retailers to expedite COVID-19 test results across 12 states
FedEx Express worked over the weekend to set up a priority shipping network to expedite processing of coronavirus test specimens from more than 50 testing sites in 12 states.
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx not interested in federal aid at the moment, chief says
FedEx chief Frederick W. Smith said Sunday the company doesn't need federal aid at this time, but "it's a good thing to have there ... if things get really bad."
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Business Memphis Tourism steers visitors to outdoor itineraries
Memphis Tourism officials are encouraging visitors to take walking or bicycling tours of attractions like Big River Crossing and parks.
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CoronavirusCoronavirus daily blog, March 20: Graceland closing through at least April 3
The total number of Shelby County cases is up to 30, and Shelby County Schools is scrapping its plan to provide lunches for students due to a Central Nutrition Center employee testing positive for COVID-19.
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Transportation & Logistics Updated: Worker at FedEx corporate HQ tests positive for coronavirus
A case of coronavirus has been reported for an employee at FedEx corporate headquarters on Shady Grove Road in East Memphis. The office was shut down for cleaning and disinfecting.
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Coronavirus Coronavirus daily blog, March 18: Health Department confirms fourth Shelby case
- Tennessee's 98 cases mostly in patients between 18-49 years old
- Small business emergency declared
- Nike donating $500,000 to Memphis response
- Community Foundation launches response fund
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Coronavirus Coronavirus daily blog, March 19: Tipton County records first COVID-19 case
Mayor Jim Strickland announces churches, dine-in restaurants and gyms must close.
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CoronavirusCoronavirus daily blog, March 17: Strickland declares state of emergency; third local case confirmed
The state reports the total number of confirmed cases in Tennessee is 73, and a third Shelby County case has also been reported. That individual is isolated at home and did not contract it in Shelby County.
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Business ‘Like military base on high alert,’ FedEx hub aids COVID-19 fight
Business as usual at FedEx world hub in Memphis means moving coronavirus test materials, protective gear and coveted commodities.
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Transportation & Logistics Airport adds to FedEx, UPS leases, ponders virus impact
Memphis International Airport officials approved leasing more land to FedEx and UPS, noting that cargo activity is expected to continue amid uncertainty of coronavirus.
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx chief dishes on coronavirus in Fox News interview
FedEx chairman Frederick W. Smith discussed operating worldwide during a pandemic in a Fox News interview Wednesday.
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Transportation & Logistics FedEx making strides on big picture despite short-term pain
FedEx shares rallied Wednesday, a day the after company reported recent positive trends in China and U.S. e-commerce amid a sea of uncertainty over coronavirus.
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Business Updated: Huge shipment of donated COVID-19 test kits, masks moves through Memphis
Chinese billionaire Jack Ma's donation of coronavirus test kits and masks to the U.S. was handled at Memphis International Airport, with a little help from FedEx.
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Business FedEx details China comeback in otherwise cloudy earnings outlook
FedEx reported earnings for the December-February quarter on Tuesday, March 17, amid widespread uncertainty about coronavirus impact on future.
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Transportation & Logistics Couriers keeping distance from customers during coronavirus outbreak
FedEx, UPS change signature protocols to keep delivery personnel a healthy distance away from customers during coronavirus pandemic.
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Business Closings, vacancies accelerate as Memphis tourism braces for downturn
It's eerily quiet at Memphis area hotels and tourist attractions as coronavirus precautions expand and visitors cancel travel plans.
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Transportation & Logistics Pandemic’s toll could come into focus in FedEx earnings
Analysts aren't sure yet how much impact coronavirus will have on FedEx third quarter earnings, scheduled for reporting Tuesday, but some believe the company should be prepared for long-term fallout.
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Transportation & Logistics ‘Strategic thinker’ Alan Graf bowing out of FedEx inner circle
Mike Lenz will have to develop relationships with analysts and investors who have been comfortable dealing with Alan Graf for a long time.
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